How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident in California

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213. This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident Fault in a California car accident is usually determined […]
What Is Considered Reckless Driving in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213 This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. What Is Considered Reckless Driving in California? Under California law, reckless driving means operating a vehicle with willful or wanton […]
I Was a Passenger in a Car Accident. Who Do I Sue in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213 This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. If you were a passenger in a car accident, you may have a claim against the driver you were riding […]
Is a Hit and Run a Felony in California?

Somebody hit you and ran. Or maybe they dinged your parked car and drove off without leaving a note. You’re standing there trying to figure out what just happened and what you’re supposed to do about it. One of the first questions people ask is, is it a crime to leave the scene of an […]
What Does Overdriving Your Headlights at Night Mean?

Most drivers have heard the phrase “overdrive your headlights” but are not entirely sure what it means. It sounds technical, but the idea behind it is straightforward. And understanding it could genuinely keep you safer the next time you are driving after dark. What Does It Mean to Overdrive Your Headlights? Overdriving your headlights means […]
What Happens If You Have No Insurance But the Other Driver Was at Fault?

You were hit by another driver. You know it was their fault. But you don’t have car insurance. Now you’re worried you can’t recover anything for your injuries and damages. The truth is more complicated than that. Being uninsured doesn’t automatically mean you have no claim. But California law does create some real limits on […]
What Type of Insurance Pays for the Treatment of Injuries and Losses to the Driver and Passengers?

After a crash, it is normal to wonder who is supposed to pay for medical care, missed work, and the other costs that start piling up fast. In many car accidents, the answer depends on who caused the collision, what coverage is on the policy, and whether there is enough insurance to cover everyone who […]
Most Dangerous Intersections for Car Accidents in Burbank

If you drive around Burbank often, you probably have your own list of Burbank dangerous intersections that make you grip the wheel a little tighter. School traffic, studio workers rushing to work, people hunting for parking on Magnolia or Burbank Boulevard, it all adds up. Most days you get home without a problem. But some […]
Common Causes of Freeway Crashes Around Burbank (I-5, SR-134, SR-170)

Have you ever hit the I‑5 or SR‑134 during peak traffic and felt like everyone’s racing to make the next lane change or exit? Around Burbank, it’s not just frustrating , it’s risky. With fast-moving lanes, short merge zones, and trucks mixed into commuter flow, crashes happen more often than most drivers expect. If you’ve […]
Can You Amend a Police Report After an Accident in California?

After a car accident, sorting through the aftermath can feel like too much, especially when you’re staring at the stiff, black-and-white lines of the police report. A lot of people don’t realize a police report isn’t always the last word on what happened, and a small mistake, like noting the wrong time, can seriously hurt […]